District of Columbia Council Period 26 Status: Enacted

B26-0711 — Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

Last action — Act A26-0413 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011368

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. ✓
    Passed Council
  4. ✓
    To Executive
  5. 5
    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced June 26, 2026. Enacted.

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High chance

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Likely to advance 70% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 2 recorded votes so far.

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In plain language

This bill temporarily extends safety measures for employees at entertainment establishments.

The bill extends safety regulations for employees working in entertainment venues. This provides additional protections to ensure their safety on the job.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means enhanced safety protections while you work in entertainment venues.

Summary

Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

40 added · 42 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated bill B26-0711 now allows retail establishments with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license to refuse cash payments under certain conditions, provided they display clear notice to customers. This change is important because it offers businesses more flexibility in payment methods, potentially enhancing employee safety by reducing the risk associated with handling cash.

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______________________________ Councilmember Christina Henderson 4 6 A BILL 9 _______________ IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA _______________________ To amend, on a temporary basis, section 28-5404 of the District of Columbia Official Code to allow retail establishments with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license to refuse cash as a form of payment in certain circumstances.
ENGROSSED ORIGINAL A BILL 3 26-711 5 IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 8 _______________________ To amend, on a temporary basis, section 28-5404 of the District of Columbia Official Code to allow retail establishments with a valid on-premises Class C or Class D retailer license to refuse cash as a form of payment in certain circumstances.
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Action History

  1. Act A26-0413 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 011368

  2. Transmitted to Congress, Projected Law Date is Nov 13, 2026

  3. Returned from Mayor

  4. Signed by the Mayor and Enacted with Act Number A26-0413

  5. Transmitted to Mayor, Response Due on Aug 12, 2026

  6. Legislative Meeting

  7. Legislative Meeting

  8. Retained by the Council

  9. B26-0711 Introduced by Councilmember Henderson at Office of the Secretary

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 13 not signed on · 1 voted No

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (13)

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Votes

Final Reading

Passed 12 Yea · 1 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 12100
Total 12100
% of votes cast 92%8%0%0%
How each member voted (13)
Member Party Vote
Anita Bonds — Yea
Brianne K. Nadeau — Yea
Brooke Pinto — Yea
Charles Allen — Yea
Christina Henderson — Yea
Doni Crawford — Yea
Janeese Lewis George — Yea
Matthew Frumin — Yea
Phil Mendelson — Nay
Robert C. White, Jr. — Yea
Trayon White, Sr. — Yea
Wendell Felder — Yea
Zachary Parker — Yea

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Final Reading

Passed 12 Yea · 1 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Unaffiliated 12100
Total 12100
% of votes cast 92%8%0%0%
How each member voted (13)
Member Party Vote
Anita Bonds — Yea
Brianne K. Nadeau — Yea
Brooke Pinto — Yea
Charles Allen — Yea
Christina Henderson — Yea
Doni Crawford — Yea
Janeese Lewis George — Yea
Matthew Frumin — Yea
Phil Mendelson — Nay
Robert C. White, Jr. — Yea
Trayon White, Sr. — Yea
Wendell Felder — Yea
Zachary Parker — Yea

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does B26-0711 do?
Entertainment Establishment Employee Safety Extension Temporary Amendment Act of 2026
Who sponsors B26-0711?
B26-0711 is sponsored by Christina Henderson.
What is the current status of B26-0711?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced June 26, 2026. Enacted.
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